- Is this really 4 x 100W?
- No. The 100W figure is a peak rating. Expect a fraction of that as clean, continuous power, especially with a 12V supply.
- Can it power a subwoofer?
- It can drive a small sub on one channel pair, but it has no crossover or bass boost, so a dedicated mono amp is the better choice for real bass.
- Does it need a separate power wire?
- Yes. It needs a fused 12V power lead from the battery and a solid ground, like any car amp.
- How many speakers can it run?
- Four, or two speakers plus a bridged pair for a sub. Keep speaker impedance within the amp's rated range.
- Is it good for a first amp install?
- Yes, if you want simple wiring and modest volume. If you want loud, clean sound, a name-brand amp with certified RMS ratings is the safer buy.
- Where is the Lepai 4 x 100W Car Audio Power Amplifier cheapest?
- At PARTS EXPRESS, for $99.98, as of our latest check.